Jose Mourinho has already brought 19-year-old right back Diogo Dalot in from Porto for £17.4m and it was expected that he would add another full back soon, with ​Juventus' Alex Sandro and Monaco defender Djibril Sidibe also linked.

But according to ​the Telegraph, the Portuguese manager has now advised Edward Woodward that other positions are a greater priority, with a new centre back top of the list.

United's interest in Rose could yet be reignited, with full back options remaining limited despite Dalot's arrival. Ashley Young was forced to play out of position last season, and Mourinho holds Luke Shaw in open contempt.

Danny Rose is no longer a prime target for Manchester United. Mourinho has told Ed Woodward not to pursue Rose at the moment and to focus his attention elsewhere, with a central defender a greater priority. [Telegraph] #MUFC

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